Here's the scoop...
I haven't raced for over 20 years, but I've been training hard for the year and a half and I want to do some races. I live in the mountains (7000+ feet), so I'm hoping to do a few hill climb TTs this season. I've been thinking that it might be a good idea to build up a pure climbing bike. I'm looking for a 'bang for the buck' configuration rather than spend an extra thousand to shave a few hundred grams. I haven't ruled out single-speed. I weigh about 150 pounds. I'd like to have a power tap on the bike. I ride clinchers now, but I rode sew-ups back in the day, and would consider them if there would be an advantage. I've been out of the competitive loop since the mid '80s, so please give a little extra info/links if you think that your recommendations might be a bit obscure to me. All input is welcome.
Thanks in advance,
Bryan
I haven't raced for over 20 years, but I've been training hard for the year and a half and I want to do some races. I live in the mountains (7000+ feet), so I'm hoping to do a few hill climb TTs this season. I've been thinking that it might be a good idea to build up a pure climbing bike. I'm looking for a 'bang for the buck' configuration rather than spend an extra thousand to shave a few hundred grams. I haven't ruled out single-speed. I weigh about 150 pounds. I'd like to have a power tap on the bike. I ride clinchers now, but I rode sew-ups back in the day, and would consider them if there would be an advantage. I've been out of the competitive loop since the mid '80s, so please give a little extra info/links if you think that your recommendations might be a bit obscure to me. All input is welcome.
Thanks in advance,
Bryan